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You may be eligible for scholarships and grants, transfer credits, and/or special tuition rates.

Advanced Standing by Proficiency Testing Chamberlain recognizes the valuable knowledge, training and experience acquired through service. Incoming students requesting proficiency credit from approved tests must submit transcripts prior to initial registration. Approved tests include the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST). All proficiency credit from approved tests must meet the minimum score required by Chamberlain. You are eligible if you are one of the following options: Active Duty or Veteran Be a veteran of the United States military (honorably discharged and provide a DD214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty” showing proof of healthcare specialist rating) or be serving in active duty status with the United States military and provide proof of healthcare specialist rating Classified with a healthcare specialist rating Be classified with a healthcare specialist rating (Navy HM, AF 4NOX1C, Army 68W) while serving in the military Have proof of a minimum of 2 years of experience Submit proof of a minimum of the equivalent of two years of full-time experience as a healthcare specialist or comparable role within the past three years Complete and receive transfer credit for courses Complete and receive transfer credit for the following courses: BIOS-251: Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab BIOS-252: Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab BIOS-255: Anatomy & Physiology III with Lab BIOS-256: Anatomy & Physiology IV with Lab CHEM-120: Introduction to General, Organic & Biological Chemistry with Lab BIOS-242: Fundamentals of Microbiology with Lab MATH-114: Algebra for College Students PSYC-110: Psychology Testing for CA Curriculum Plan

Advanced Standing by Proficiency Testing for California Military Personnel Chamberlain recognizes that military personnel in California with previous knowledge, training and experience as healthcare specialists that meet the criteria below may be able to demonstrate achievement of all pre-licensure BSN course outcomes through proficiency examinations. Proficiency examinations are comprehensive final assessments (challenge exams) that provide veterans the opportunity to demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes. Applicants or students who feel that course material has been mastered, through coursework completed outside Chamberlain for which transfer credit cannot be given, may request a Chamberlain proficiency examination for any course in the pre-licensure BSN curriculum, provided they have not previously attempted the proficiency exam or is not currently enrolled in the course. Nursing proficiency examinations must be completed in the order of course sequencing set forth on the curriculum plan. Some courses will require completion of a standardized assessment and/or a comprehensive skills checklist in order to validate previously acquired knowledge/skill. Proficiency exams may only be attempted one time and coursework satisfied by a Chamberlain proficiency exam cannot be repeated for a grade. Contact Academic Support Advising for more information. BSN Degree Program Curriculum Plan - (CA students only) Eligible Criteria: Be a veteran of the United States military (honorably discharged and provide a DD form 214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty” showing proof of healthcare specialist rating) or Be serving in active-duty status with the United States military and provide proof of healthcare specialist rating or Be classified with a healthcare specialist rating (i.e., Navy HM, AF 4N0X1, Army 68W) while serving in the military Submit proof of a minimum of 2 years or equivalent experience as a healthcare specialist or comparable role within the past 3 years

Eligible LPNs and LVNs can receive up to 16 weeks off Chamberlain’s traditional three-year BSN timeline through automatic transfer credit for an active license. Additional courses may be considered under Chamberlain’s transfer credit policy.

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Does Chamberlain accept transfer credits? The length of your online program at Chamberlain varies by degree level: BSN Online: As few as 3 years (traditional track) RN to BSN: As few as 1-2 years (depending on transfer credits) MSN: As few as 1.5-2.5 years DNP: As few as 3-4 years Time to completion varies by student.

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner applicants are required to have one year of RN experience at the time the application is submitted Can I transfer credits into the online MSN AGACNP program? General guidelines for the transfer of master’s in nursing credits include: A grade of “B” or higher is required for all transfer credits. The following courses must have been completed within the past five years to be considered for transfer or for degree completion: NR 507- Advanced Pathophysiology NR 565 - Advanced Pharmacology Fundamentals NR 509 - Advanced Health Assessment For certified nurse practitioners Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology Fundamentals, and Advanced Health Assessment courses will receive an aging rule waiver to be considered for transfer or degree completion.1 MSN AGACNP online program students are required to provide a background and fingerprint check prior to starting. Failure to show proof of National Certification will prevent automatic transfer credit of the 3P courses and will default to the current aging rule of 5 years.

RN to BSN Option Transfer Credit Eligibility Understanding CCAP/Proficiency Credits Upon acceptance into the RN to BSN option, you will be awarded 77 proficiency credits through the Chamberlain College Articulation Programs (CCAP). This recognizes your nursing experience before you even begin the program and you still have the option of transferring in additional coursework based on your transfer credit evaluation CCAP is comprised of: 37 liberal arts and sciences credits 40 nursing credits Check out our curriculum grid for details on courses accepting qualifying transfer credit.

Transfer Credit Policy For 3-year BSN, RN to BSN and RN-BSN to MSN Programs and Program Options, MSN, DNP, MPH, MSW, and MPAS and Graduate and Post Graduate Certificates Chamberlain University evaluates transfer courses from institutions accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education*. An applicant seeking to transfer credit from another institution must request a credit evaluation prior to the first session at Chamberlain and provide a transcript from the institution where the credit was earned. Transfer of courses is considered on an individual basis. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) approved evaluating agency or Chamberlain's Internal Global Transcript Evaluation Services. Chamberlain may require a catalog or additional material. Transfer credit, proficiency credit, and course waivers may affect eligibility for financial assistance. Contact Advising & Retention Services for more information. Transfer credit, proficiency credit, and course waivers that satisfy graduation requirements is considered when determining a student’s academic level and progress; however, this credit is not used when computing GPA or residency requirements. All transfer credit must comply with residency and curriculum requirements. Students should be aware that actual degree requirements vary from institution to institution. If considering a transfer to Chamberlain College of Nursing, students should examine Chamberlain requirements early in their college experience to begin making transfer plans in advance. Transfer students must follow the Chamberlain admission guidelines and procedures. *Chamberlain reserves the right to admit candidates with equivalent educational qualifications from accreditors that are not recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, as determined by an independent transcript evaluation. If there are extenuating circumstances, such as lack of course availability or scheduling conflicts, a student may request permission from the dean to enroll in another institution. Transfer credit requested after initial registration must be approved by the dean prior to the student registering for a course at any other institution. For additional transfer credit guidelines, please see the Academic Catalog.

RN to BSN Option Full Curriculum: 122 credit hours As an RN with an associate degree or diploma in nursing, with a current, active, unrestricted RN license, you will be awarded 77 proficiency credits for your previous educational experience* This leaves 45 credit hours remaining - and you can still transfer in additional qualifying credits. The median RN-BSN student entering in the 2019/20 school year entered with 89 credit hours between CCAP, proficiency and transfer credit. Highest Level of Education Graduation Year Nursing Courses Transitions in Professional Nursing (This course is not eligible for transfer credit) RN Health Assessment RN Information Systems in Healthcare RN Evidence Based Practice RN Collaborative Healthcare RN Community Health Nursing OR RN Community Health Nursing RN Capstone Course (This course is not eligible for transfer credit) Non-Nursing Courses Advanced English Composition Political Science Statistics for Decision Making History Elective Humanities Elective Electives (2)